Bookkeeper/Office Manager

Hunter Savage; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable local law firm in East Belfast is seeking a Bookkeeper / Office Manager to handle approximately 70% bookkeeping and 30% office management tasks. This full-time, permanent position offers an attractive salary, free on-site parking, and a good work-life balance. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in bookkeeping and strong accounting software skills, working closely with senior partners in a professional setting.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Competitive salary

Great work-life balance

Qualifications

• Prior experience in bookkeeping or legal cashiering, ideally in a professional services setting.
• Strong IT and accounting software skills.
• Familiarity with solicitor accounts rules is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily financial transactions using accounting software.
• Oversee general office operations including suppliers, maintenance, and inventory.
• Support HR administration such as absence tracking, holiday logs, and onboarding.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Legal cashiering

Accounting software

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

We are hiring for our client, a small and reputable local law firm based in East Belfast, who are seeking a Bookkeeper / Office Manager to join their close-knit team. This is a permanent position with a key focus on bookkeeping (approx. 70%) alongside general office management (approx. 30%).

Top 3 Things to Know About this Job:

1. Varied hybrid role with responsibility across finance and office operations
2. East Belfast location with free on-site parking
3. Work closely with senior partners in a small, professional legal setting

The Role

Bookkeeping
• Manage daily financial transactions using accounting software
• Bank reconciliations, legal cashiering, and managing office and client accounts
• Prepare monthly reports, payment runs, and VAT returns
• Liaise with external accountants and support year-end procedures
• Handle payroll preparation and staff expenses

Office Management
• Oversee general office operations including suppliers, maintenance, and inventory
• Support HR administration such as absence tracking, holiday logs, and onboarding
• Act as first point of contact for utilities, insurance, and regulatory renewals
• Maintain staff files and ensure GDPR and compliance protocols are followed
• Support smooth day-to-day functioning of the legal team

The Person – What We’re Looking For

• Prior experience in bookkeeping or legal cashiering, ideally in a professional services setting
• Strong IT and accounting software skills
• Familiarity with solicitor accounts rules is desirable
• Organised, reliable, and able to manage both finance and operations
• Comfortable working independently in a small team environment
• Professional, discreet, and good with people

The Reward – What’s in it for You?

• Full-time, permanent role with attractive salary
• Free parking at East Belfast premises
• Autonomy and responsibility in a key support position
• Competitive salary depending on experience
• Great work-life balance in a stable, long-standing firm

Next Steps – Why Hunter Savage

As a specialist recruitment consultancy, we support business support professionals across Northern Ireland. For more information or to apply for this Bookkeeper / Office Manager job, contact Nuala McClinton for a confidential discussion. Visit our website to explore additional roles in Legal, Finance, and Business Support.